Dallas owner spoke to NFL counsel about Elliott abuse probe (Yahoo Sports)

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has acknowledged speaking with the NFL's special counsel for domestic violence investigations, and rookie running back Ezekiel Elliott said he was interviewed by the league this season about an abuse claim made against him. Elliott said after Sunday night's 29-23 overtime victory over Philadelphia that he was interviewed once by league investigators about six weeks ago. Prosecutors in Ohio declined to press charges over the summer in a domestic violence case involving the fourth overall draft pick.

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Matchup madness means more relievers, longer games (Yahoo Sports)

Managers head to the mound and point to the bullpens so often in the postseason, it wouldn't be surprising if they need Tommy John surgery. Complete games have gone the way of spittoons, flannel uniforms and pregame infield practice. An average of 9.32 pitchers were used in this year's postseason games heading into the World Series, according to the Elias Sports Bureau, up from 8.16 in the 1996 and 5.70 in 1986.

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Manfred hopeful of MLB labor deal by start of December (Yahoo Sports)

Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is hopeful an agreement on a new labor contract will be reached before the current deal expires Dec. 1. The 2006 contract was announced during the World Series and the 2011 agreement on Nov. 22. ''There are certain natural deadlines that kind of flow around the end of the World Series and then through the expiration date of the agreement,'' Manfred said Wednesday before Game 2.

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Prescott rallies Cowboys to OT win over Eagles 29-23 (Yahoo Sports)

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Dak Prescott threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to Jason Witten in overtime to give the Dallas Cowboys their sixth straight victory, 29-23 over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night.

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Chapman, Cubs stop Indians, cut World Series deficit to 3-2 (Yahoo Sports)

Manager Joe Maddon summoned closer Aroldis Chapman from the bullpen in the seventh inning for the first eight-out save of his big league career, needing to hold off the Cleveland Indians in Game 5. As nervous fans fretted at Wrigley Field, Chapman fired his 100 mph heat and preserved the Cubs' 3-2 win Sunday night, cutting Cleveland's lead to 3-2. The Cubs won a Series game at Wrigley for the first time since Game 6 in 1945.

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Ross, Lester help Cubs stay alive in World Series (Yahoo Sports)

David Ross isn't done just yet. Ross played a starring role as the Cubs stayed alive in the World Series, topping the Indians 3-2 in Game 5 on Sunday. The veteran catcher, who plans to retire after the season, had a superb night behind the plate and delivered a clutch sacrifice fly in a key spot, helping Chicago to its first World Series win at Wrigley Field in 71 years.

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Falcons rally to beat Packers 33-32 on Sanu's TD catch (Yahoo Sports)

Matt Ryan threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Mohamed Sanu with 31 seconds remaining, rallying the Atlanta Falcons to a 33-32 victory over Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. The Falcons (5-3) snapped a two-game losing streak, driving 75 yards for the winning score after Rodgers put the Packers (4-3) ahead with his fourth TD pass of the game. With Julio Jones shut down in the second half, Ryan turned to Sanu to bail out Atlanta.

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Broncos pick apart Rivers in 27-19 win over Chargers (Yahoo Sports)

The Denver Broncos took turns picking off and pummeling Philip Rivers in a 27-19 win over the San Diego Chargers on Sunday. San Diego running back Melvin Gordon was blocked into the 69-year-old assistant, who was strapped to a backboard and carted off the field. The Broncos said Phillips was alert and had movement in his arms and legs when he arrived at the hospital via ambulance.

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Cowboys WR Bryant active vs Eagles after missing 3 games (Yahoo Sports)

Dez Bryant will return for the Dallas Cowboys against Philadelphia after missing three games with a hairline fracture of a bone in his right knee. The 2014 All-Pro receiver was active for Sunday night's game between the NFC East rivals, with Dallas seeking a sixth straight win behind Dak Prescott. The rookie quarterback is filling in for Tony Romo, who practiced for the first time this past week after breaking a bone in his back in a preseason game.

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Broncos defensive coordinator upended, carted off field (Yahoo Sports)

Broncos defensive coordinator Wade Phillips was carted off the field and taken to the hospital for observation Sunday after being upended by a San Diego player who was blocked into the Denver sideline. The team said the 69-year-old coach had movement in all his extremities. Chargers running back Melvin Gordon was blocked into Phillips while trying to catch Bradley Roby during an interception return.

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Carr throws for 4 TDs, Raiders outlast Bucs 30-24 in OT (Yahoo Sports)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Derek Carr threw a 41-yard touchdown pass to Seth Roberts with 1:45 remaining in overtime, capping a record-breaking day for the Oakland Raiders in a 30-24 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.

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Brady throws 4 TDs in Patriots 41-25 win over Buffalo Bills (Yahoo Sports)

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Patriots quarterback Tom Brady asserted his on-field ownership of the Buffalo Bills again Sunday, matching an NFL record in beating them for the 26th time.

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Brees, Saints outlast Seahawks 25-20 (Yahoo Sports)

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Drew Brees passed for 265 yards and a touchdown, scored on a quarterback keeper, and the New Orleans Saints overcame several big plays by Seattle to defeat the Seahawks 25-20 on Sunday.

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Panthers snap 4-game losing streak, top Cardinals 30-20 (Yahoo Sports)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Jonathan Stewart ran for 95 yards and two touchdowns, Thomas Davis returned a fumble 46 yards for a score and the Carolina Panthers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 30-20 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

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Foles lifts Chiefs past Colts 30-14 (Yahoo Sports)

Nick Foles threw two touchdown passes in relief of the injured Alex Smith to help the Kansas City Chiefs hold off Indianapolis 30-14 on Sunday. It was a rough game for the Chiefs, who lost Smith twice after hits to the head and finished the game with Charcandrick West as their only healthy running back. Smith was checked for a concussion in the first half and cleared to return, which he did in the second quarter.

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Jets rally past still winless Browns 31-28 (Yahoo Sports)

Matt Forte ran for 82 yards and a pair of second-half touchdowns, helping the New York Jets rally past the still winless Cleveland Browns 31-28 on Sunday. Ryan Fitzpatrick shook off an ugly first half to throw for 222 yards and a touchdown while leading the Jets (3-5) on three long scoring drives after spotting the Browns (0-8) a 13-point lead. Josh McCown passed for 341 yards with two touchdowns to Andrew Hawkins and two interceptions in his return to the lineup from a fractured collarbone.

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Texans remain perfect at home with 20-13 win over Lions (Yahoo Sports)

Brock Osweiler bounced back from an ugly performance by throwing for 186 yards and a touchdown to help the Houston Texans remain perfect at home this season with a 20-13 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday. The Texans (5-3) have lost all of their road games, including a 27-9 loss to Denver on Monday, but they've had no such trouble in Houston where they're 5-0 this season. Osweiler has struggled in his first season in Houston, but has been better at home where he's thrown eight of his nine touchdown passes.

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Lester tries to keep Cubs alive in Game 5 (Yahoo Sports)

Jon Lester carries the 108-year hopes of the Chicago Cubs to the mound for Game 5 of the World Series. In their 177th game of the season, the Cubs are in a win-or-go home situation for the first time, trailing the Cleveland Indians 3-1 in the best-of-seven World Series. Cubs manager Joe Maddon gives the ball to his most pressure-proven pitcher with the season on the line at Wrigley Field on Sunday night.

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The Latest: Heyward stays in Cubs lineup for Series Game 5 (Yahoo Sports)

After getting a pair of hits in Game 4, slumping Jason Heyward remained in the Chicago Cubs' starting lineup for World Series Game 5. Cubs manager Joe Maddon inserted catcher David Ross into Sunday's lineup in place of Willson Contreras. Heyward, in his first season with the Cubs after signing a $184 million, eight-year contract, was 2 for 31 (.033) with one RBI in the postseason before going 2 for 4 Saturday in Chicago's 7-2 loss.

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Redskins, Bengals battle to 27-27 tie in London (Yahoo Sports)

LONDON (AP) -- The Washington Redskins and Cincinnati Bengals played a 27-27 tie Sunday in London as the NFL got its second tied game in a season for the first time since 1997.

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The Latest: Alex Smith out after hit to the head (Yahoo Sports)

Kansas City quarterback Alex Smith left the game in Indianapolis during the first series after taking a shot to head from Colts linebacker Edwin Jackson. When Smith started to slide, Jackson was running full speed and collided with Smith's helmet. No penalty was called and Nick Foles entered the game after Smith looked woozy.

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Bills scratch McCoy vs. Patriots because of hamstring injury (Yahoo Sports)

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy is inactive for their AFC East showdown against New England, after missing practice all week because of an injury to his left hamstring.

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AP source: Dolphins to host Saints in UK in 2017 (Yahoo Sports)

The Miami Dolphins will host the New Orleans Saints in an NFL regular-season game in the United Kingdom next season, a person familiar with the scheduling of the match tells The Associated Press. Miami was chosen as host under a league resolution that teams making a successful bid to host a Super Bowl would be required to host an international game within five years of their successful bid. Miami will stage the Super Bowl in 2020.

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Key Redskins starters active for London game vs. Bengals (Yahoo Sports)

LONDON (AP) -- Key starters on the banged-up Washington Redskins are active for Sunday's game in London versus the healthy Cincinnati Bengals.

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Attorney: Cocaine was out of character for Jose Fernandez (Yahoo Sports)

Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez had cocaine and alcohol in his system when his boat crashed into a Miami Beach jetty, according to toxicology reports released Saturday. It's not clear whether Fernandez was driving when the boat crashed Sept. 25, killing the 24-year-old baseball star and two of his friends. Associate Medical Examiner Kenneth Hutchins listed the cause of death as ''boat crash'' for Fernandez, 27-year-old Emilio Jesus Macias and 25-year-old Eduardo Rivero.

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Indians sending Bauer to mound with Series title in reach (Yahoo Sports)

Trevor Bauer can fly the Indians to a championship. The eccentric right-hander, who cut his right pinkie while repairing a drone and almost ruined his team's postseason chances, will start Game 5 on Sunday as Cleveland tries to win its first World Series title since 1948. Manager Terry Francona had other options like Danny Salazar or rookie left-hander Ryan Merritt, who started the Indians' AL pennant-clinching win over the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Kipnis hits Wrigley World Series homer, just like he dreamed (Yahoo Sports)

Jason Kipnis remembered re-enacting a World Series home run in his backyard, about 20 miles north of Wrigley Field, perhaps driving a softball or an acorn off a tree. Kipnis helped beat the team he rooted for as a child and moved the Cleveland Indians within a win of their first World Series title since 1948. A two-time All-Star at age 29, Kipnis is in his fifth season as Cleveland's starting second baseman.

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Kluber, Indians beat Cubs 7-2, now lead World Series 3-1 (Yahoo Sports)

One more win and baseball fans everywhere might finally believe in these Cleveland Indians. Kluber pitched six sparkling innings on short rest for another win, Jason Kipnis hit a three-run homer in his hometown and the Indians beat the Chicago Cubs 7-2 Saturday night to take a 3-1 lead. Carlos Santana also connected for the first of his three hits as Cleveland moved closer to its first championship since 1948.

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Mgr October: Francona has Indians 1 win from Series title (Yahoo Sports)

Terry Francona is on the verge of ending another long World Series drought. Cleveland's maestro of a manager, who has pushed all the right buttons this season and especially over the past few weeks, moved closer to capturing his third Series title as the Indians beat the Chicago Cubs 7-2 in Game 4 on Saturday night to take a 3-1 lead. Francona is the one who guided the Boston Red Sox around the ''Curse of the Bambino'' in 2004, helping them to their first title in 86 years.

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Britton, Jansen earn relief pitcher honors (Yahoo Sports)

(AP) -- - Baltimore's Zach Britton earned MLB's Mariano Rivera AL Reliever of the Year Award and the Los Angeles Dodgers' Kenley Jansen was given the Trevor Hoffman NL reliever honor.

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Slumping Jason Heyward gets 1st World Series start for Cubs (Yahoo Sports)

With the Chicago Cubs in desperate need of a win, manager Joe Maddon put Jason Heyward in right field for Game 4 of the World Series on Saturday night. It's the first start for the slumping Heyward since he went 0 for 4 with two strikeouts in Game 5 of the NL Championship Series at Los Angeles. The 27-year-old Heyward, who signed a $184 million, eight-year contract with Chicago last winter, did not play in the World Series opener at Cleveland and entered each of the last two games as a pinch runner before staying in to play right.

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With police escort, Maddon's mom makes it to World Series (Yahoo Sports)

After a difficult day of travel to the World Series, Albina Maddon was met by police at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. ''First of all, they had to tell her she's not being arrested,'' her son, Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon, said Saturday. ''Beanie, being from Hazleton, Polish Catholic, she would have imagined the worst first.

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Vikings rule McKinnon, Sendejo out for Monday vs. Bears (Yahoo Sports)

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- The Minnesota Vikings have ruled running back Jerick McKinnon and strong safety Andrew Sendejo out of their game at Chicago because of sprained ankles.

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Broncos promote Juwan Thompson with CJ Anderson on IR (Yahoo Sports)

The Denver Broncos promoted running back Juwan Thompson from their practice squad on Saturday to take the roster spot of C.J. Anderson, who was placed on injured reserve. Anderson underwent surgery Thursday to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee and is hoping to return for the playoffs. Rookie Devontae Booker will make his first start Sunday when the Broncos (5-2) host the San Diego Chargers (3-4), who beat them 21-13 less than three weeks ago.

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Autopsy: Marlins pitcher had cocaine, alcohol in his system (Yahoo Sports)

Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez had cocaine and alcohol in his system when his boat crashed into a Miami Beach jetty, according to toxicology reports released Saturday. It's not clear whether Fernandez was driving when the boat crashed Sept. 25, killing the 24-year-old baseball star and two of his friends. Associate Medical Examiner Kenneth Hutchins listed the cause of death as ''boat crash'' for Fernandez, 27-year-old Emilio Jesus Macias and 25-year-old Eduardo Rivero.

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The Latest: Slumping Heyward back in Cubs' lineup for Game 4 (Yahoo Sports)

CHICAGO (AP) -- The Latest on The World Series (all times local):

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Jets activate Giacomini from PUP, waive Butler (Yahoo Sports)

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- The New York Jets have activated right tackle Breno Giacomini from the reserve/physically unable to perform list, making him eligible to play Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.

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Reeling Jaguars fire offensive coordinator Greg Olson (Yahoo Sports)

The Jacksonville Jaguars have fired offensive coordinator Greg Olson, parting ways with him two days after an embarrassing loss at Tennessee. The team made the announcement Saturday, saying quarterbacks coach Nathaniel Hackett will take over play-calling duties next week at Kansas City. Hackett will be quarterback Blake Bortles' third coordinator in three seasons.

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Indians' ace Kluber set to start Game 4 on short rest (Yahoo Sports)

Nothing ever rattles Corey Kluber. Manager Terry Francona is bringing Kluber back quickly, and that's not great news for the Cubs or their fans. The right-hander was brilliant in his first Series appearance, an 88-pitch clinic in which he either blew fastballs past the Cubs or locked them up by brush stroking the plate's corners on both sides.

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Pirates hire Cora, Bartee, Prince to coaching positions (Yahoo Sports)

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Pirates have hired former major leaguer Joey Cora to serve as the team's infield and third base coach.

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Cubs shut out again in World Series loss to Indians (Yahoo Sports)

The Chicago Cubs had one of the majors' top offenses during the regular season. The Cubs were shut out for the fourth time in their last eight postseason games when they lost 1-0 to Cleveland in Game 3 of the World Series on Friday night, handing home-field advantage right back to the Indians. Not even Kyle Schwarber could save the NL champions this time around.

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Indians edge Cubs 1-0 at Wrigley Field for 2-1 Series lead (Yahoo Sports)

Cody Allen, Andrew Miller and the Cleveland Indians' nasty bullpen shut down a Wrigley Field party 71 years in the making. Allen escaped a ninth-inning jam and the Indians pitched their fifth shutout this postseason, holding off the Chicago Cubs 1-0 Friday night for a 2-1 lead in the World Series. The crowd began forming beyond the ivy-covered walls in the early morning, all revved up for the first World Series game at Wrigley since 1945.

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With key hit, Crisp moves Indians within 2 wins of title (Yahoo Sports)

Back with his original big league team, Coco Crisp came through with the hit that moved the Cleveland Indians within two wins of their first World Series title since 1948. Crisp came off the bench and singled home the only run in the seventh inning Friday night, giving the Indians a 1-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs and a 2-1 Series lead. Covelli Loyce Crisp was said to be given the nickname Coco by siblings who thought he resembled a character on the cover of a container of Cocoa Krispies cereal.

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With dad in stands, Josh Tomlin comes through for Indians (Yahoo Sports)

When Josh Tomlin's night was done and he made the walk to Cleveland's dugout, his eyes scanned the Wrigley Field crowd searching for his dad. Jerry Tomlin was there - at the World Series - just like they both had dreamed. With his dad watching from a wheelchair, Tomlin pitched 4 2/3 scoreless innings Friday night as the Indians spoiled a game Chicago fans had waited 71 years to see by blanking the Cubs 1-0 in Game 3 to take a 2-1 lead in the Series.

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Wait no more: World Series at Wrigley for 1st time since '45 (Yahoo Sports)

Dressed in dark, furry bear suits from head to toe, Lisa Burton and Brian Robinson stood on Waveland Avenue, waiting to walk up to the rooftop of Beyond the Ivy and watch the first World Series game at Wrigley Field in 71 years. ''I've been a Cubs fan since I was about 6 years old. You had two choices: You could watch the Braves or the Cubs.

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Mets OF Granderson wins Roberto Clemente Award (Yahoo Sports)

Curtis Granderson has won the Roberto Clemente Award, becoming the fourth player from the New York Mets to take home baseball's honor for sportsmanship and community involvement. Granderson, who is from the Chicago suburb of Blue Island, helps run baseball clinics and character development programs through the Grand Kids Foundation. Gary Carter, Al Leiter and Carlos Delgado are the previous winners of the award from the Mets.

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Left turn: Indians start Carlos Santana in left for Game 3 (Yahoo Sports)

Carlos Santana will grab his outfielder's glove for Game 3 of the World Series. Cleveland's designated hitter, who has played catcher, third and first base in his career, will start in left at Wrigley Field for the Indians on Friday night, a risky move manager Terry Francona was forced to make in order to keep the switch-hitting slugger in the lineup. Santana has only played four innings in left in his seven seasons with Cleveland, and that was back in 2012.

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Jaguars' Bradley 'will not tolerate lack of discipline' (Yahoo Sports)

A day after the most embarrassing loss in his NFL tenure, Jacksonville Jaguars coach Gus Bradley still had a job. Bradley expressed frustration Friday with his team's lack of discipline during a 36-22 drubbing at Tennessee , which came five days after an equally humbling home loss to Oakland. Rookie cornerback Jalen Ramsey was penalized for hitting a player well out of bounds in the first quarter and defensive end Dante Fowler Jr. was flagged for throwing a punch early in the second.

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Coleman ruled out, Falcons to use Ward behind Freeman (Yahoo Sports)

Falcons running back Tevin Coleman has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers with a hamstring injury. Coach Dan Quinn said Friday that Terron Ward, promoted earlier this week from the practice squad, will work behind Pro Bowl running back Devonta Freeman. Freeman and Coleman are the only running backs to take a snap this year for Atlanta.

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Vikings RB McKinnon out of boot, still not practicing (Yahoo Sports)

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon is out of the walking boot that was protecting his injured ankle earlier this week. But he was still not able to practice Friday as the team prepares for its game at Chicago on Monday night.

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The Latest: Windy City: Strong winds expected during Game 3 (Yahoo Sports)

After a fairly calm morning in Chicago, the wind is picking up and heavy gusts of 40 mph are expected during Game 3, which could send some routine fly balls to left field into the bleachers - or on to Waveland Avenue - for home runs. The flags bearing the retired jersey numbers of Cubs greats Ernie Banks, Ron Santos and Ferguson Jenkins, were flapping in a stiff breeze atop the left-field foul pole as members of the grounds crew prepared the infield as a dozen pigeons circled the pitching mound. The wind has always been a factor at Wrigley, turning pitching duels into high-scoring affairs or knocking down balls that might otherwise be over the wall.

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Houston RB Miller expects to play against Lions (Yahoo Sports)

HOUSTON (AP) -- Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller expects to play Sunday against the Detroit Lions despite a shoulder injury.

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Chiefs' Jamaal Charles ruled out for game in Indianapolis (Yahoo Sports)

Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Indianapolis after he experienced swelling in his surgically repaired right knee this week. Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Friday that Spencer Ware and Charcandrick West will handle running back duties against the Colts. The Chiefs recently traded backup Knile Davis to the Green Bay Packers and have no plans on elevating Darrin Reaves from the practice squad.

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Titans running back DeMarco Murray undergoing MRI on toe (Yahoo Sports)

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray is undergoing an MRI on a toe that he hurt Thursday in a 36-22 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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Jets' Mangold doubtful, Clady and Wilkerson questionable (Yahoo Sports)

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- New York Jets center Nick Mangold is doubtful to play Sunday against the Cleveland Browns because of a sprained ankle.

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Chicago throwing World Series party on hold for 71 years (Yahoo Sports)

After waiting 71 years to witness a World Series game, Chicago Cubs fans can hardly contain themselves. More than six hours before the first pitch of Game 3, thousands of fans - many of them wearing jerseys with names like Banks, Sandberg and Rizzo on their backs - were already in the streets ringing Wrigley Field on Friday as the Cubs prepared to play the Cleveland Indians. Generations of Cubs fans believed their team was denied a trip to the Series partly because of ''The Curse of the Billy Goat,'' which began when a Chicago tavern owner supposedly put a hex on the team after it refused to let his pet goat, Murphy, into Wrigley Field during the '45 Series.

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Bills RB McCoy not expected to play with hamstring injury (Yahoo Sports)

The Buffalo Bills look to be short-handed on offense in a pivotal divisional matchup against the New England Patriots. Bills running back LeSean McCoy (hamstring) is doubtful and not expected to play. Wide receiver Robert Woods (foot) is questionable, and receiver Marquise Goodwin (concussion) is out.

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Anderson says surgery was success, no timetable for return (Yahoo Sports)

C.J. Anderson tweeted early Friday that his knee surgery was a ''super success'' and he was in ''great spirits'' but he added there was still no timetable for his possible return to the Broncos lineup. Anderson had surgery in California on Thursday to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee. Rookie Devontae Booker will make his first start Sunday when the Broncos (5-2) play the Chargers (3-4), with Kapri Bibbs backing him up.

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Browns will start McCown against Jets (Yahoo Sports)

BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- Josh McCown will start at quarterback for the Cleveland Browns against the New York Jets on Sunday.

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Redskins RB Matt Jones out for London game against Bengals (Yahoo Sports)

Redskins running back Matt Jones says he will not play in Washington's game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Wembley Stadium on Sunday because of a knee injury. Jones, who has 99 carries for 460 yards and three touchdowns this season, says he has ''a bruise and some cartilage damage'' after getting hurt in the second quarter of the Redskins' 20-17 road loss to the Detroit Lions last Sunday. With Jones out, the Redskins will turn to Chris Thompson, who ran for a career-high 73 yards against the Lions, and rookie Robert Kelly.

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